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Topic: FIRE ON THE RIVER By Sharron K. Brace (Read 2259 times)

Details the development of the fire service in Evansville, Indiana, from its inception in 1836 until 1871 when the last volunteer fire company disbanded. Brace has reconstructed the history by using minutes from the Evansville Town Board and City Council meetings, newpaper articles, and fire equipment information. A must for historians and buffs.